Hi, I’m
Amber Zanon
Terrace,BC
Overview
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Progressive Ventures Real Estate & DevelopmentTerrace, BC
Development Manager
10.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Provide strategic direction and leadership to move projects through successful public engagement processes including rezone, zone variance, and OCP amendment
- Personally oversees day-to-day management of First Nation Partnerships, regular reporting, negotiation of agreements and contracts
- 2022: Led successful public consultation campaign for local farm. Directed strategy, prepared written and verbal communications for all aspects of consultation, managed social media, and coordinated with municipality
- Direct and oversee public and internal communications for all group companies
- Develop proposals, feasibility/viability studies, ROI calculations, to support new project generation. Leads development of project identity and vision in consultation with owners on all new projects
- Negotiate and prepare contracts, proposals, land purchase agreements, legal documents, and other complex communications
- Represent company at conferences, trade association meetings, and with industry partners
Self-Employed
Property Manager
05.2012 - Current
Job overview
- General management of 59 apartment units for two out-of-town clients
- Tenant screening and placement, contract negotiation, mediation/arbitration as necessary, coordination of repairs and maintenance, and collection and disbursement of rents and deposits
- Prepare and report on income and expenses monthly
- Management of two to four person maintenance/janitorial team
- Coordinate and manage all aspects of maintenance, janitorial, repairs, and preventative maintenance of property, grounds, and building systems
Coast Mountain College
Facilities Coordinator
01.2020 - 08.2020
Job overview
- Maintained physical condition of facilities, applying available resources and personnel to achieve safe, clean and functional environment
- Manage all janitorial and security contracts
- Responsible for OH&S functions including legislative compliance, risk assessments, and inspections
- Communicated across departments regarding timelines, outcomes, deliverables, and constraints for maintenance projects
- Directed vendors, facilities staff and service providers as required to create efficient and non-disruptive work environment
Bosa Properties
Property Manager
04.2013 - 01.2020
Job overview
- General and marketing management of 161,000 sq. ft (GLA) shopping centre in Terrace
- Developed, reviewed and submitted property operating and capital budgets
- Oversaw all aspects of commercial property maintenance including preventative maintenance, repair, upgrades, renovations, communication and coordination
- Daily management of 5-6 person security and maintenance team
- Coordination between leasing agents, brokers, store managers, and incoming/outgoing tenants, and trades
- Development and execution of all marketing campaigns, public relations, events, and social media programs
TDCSS
Chair of the Board
06.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Chair of TDCSS Governance Board (this is a volunteer position)
- Exercise care and due diligence in making high-level decisions for TDCSS, a large non-profit organization serving vulnerable populations, and one of the largest employers in the northwest
- The board collectively manages the Executive Director
- Serve on Strategy Sub-Committee
- Work closely with other leaders to articulate organizational vision and develop roadmaps for achieving goals.
Terrace Campus Childcare Centre
Director
06.2013 - 08.2015
Job overview
- Board member of daycare (volunteer position)
- Was instrumental in merging daycare with stable non-profit community services society in Terrace
- Assisted in all aspects of day-to-day management including HR functions, accounting, PR and communications, safety and compliance, and negotiation with labour union
Golder Associates
Administrator
10.2012 - 04.2013
Job overview
- Provided organized, prompt, and wide-ranging administrative and logistic support to field techs working in remote locations
- Successfully managed fleet including booking, reporting, maintenance coordination, and safety requirements
Coast Mountain College
Server
09.2009 - 03.2013
Job overview
- Bartending, serving, and cleaning for special events catered by CMTN
Coast Mountain College
Typewell Transcriber
09.2010 - 05.2011
Job overview
- Real-time transcription of lectures and course content for deaf and hard-of-hearing students
RE/MAX Coast Mountains
Property Manager/Administrative Assistant
04.2008 - 06.2010
Job overview
- Managed residential property management portfolio of approx 18 properties in Terrace
- Successfully provided organized and prompt administrative support for 8-10 busy realtors between Terrace and Prince Rupert offices
Education
University of FrederictonFredericton, NB
MBA
12.2024
University Overview
Executive Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Consulting Leadership
Vancouver Community CollegeVancouver, BC
Provincial Instructor Diploma Program
12.2021
University Overview
Royal Roads UniversityVictoria
Bachelor of Commerce from Entrepreneurial Management
06.2016
University Overview
Coast Mountain CollegeTerrace
Associate of Arts
06.2011
University Overview
Information & Technology
Information & Technology
- PC and Mac operating systems
- Proficient in all Microsoft Suite programs including MS Project
- Familiar with online tools such as Google Docs, Skype, Zoom, Open Office, iCloud and many others
- Typing speed 80 wpm
- @bamberton
Industry Training
Industry Training
- Mar, 2022 - Avalanche Skills Training Level 1
- July 9, 2020 - APEX EHS Services Moderate Risk Asbestos Abatement Training
- Jun 10, 2020 - WHMIS (GHS) Training
- Jan 28, 2020 - Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act Online Awareness Training
References
References
- Hatha Callis: hatha@pvlgroup.com. 250-641-1317
- Karen McMurray: kemcmurray@gmail.com. 250-641-2164
Timeline
Development Manager
Progressive Ventures Real Estate & Development
10.2020 - Current
Facilities Coordinator
Coast Mountain College
01.2020 - 08.2020
Chair of the Board
TDCSS
06.2018 - Current
Director
Terrace Campus Childcare Centre
06.2013 - 08.2015
Property Manager
Bosa Properties
04.2013 - 01.2020
Administrator
Golder Associates
10.2012 - 04.2013
Property Manager
Self-Employed
05.2012 - Current
Typewell Transcriber
Coast Mountain College
09.2010 - 05.2011
Server
Coast Mountain College
09.2009 - 03.2013
Property Manager/Administrative Assistant
RE/MAX Coast Mountains
04.2008 - 06.2010
University of Fredericton
MBA
Vancouver Community College
Provincial Instructor Diploma Program
Royal Roads University
Bachelor of Commerce from Entrepreneurial Management
Coast Mountain College
Associate of Arts